knife

Definition

• n. edge tool used as a cutting instrument; has a pointed blade with a sharp edge and a handle
• n. a weapon with a handle and blade with a sharp point
• v. use a knife on

Word forms

Plural

knives

Past participle

knifed

Present participle

knifing

Past tense

knifed

Third person singular

knifes

Example sentences

1. n.

   He used a small knife to peel the apple.

2. vt.

   She accidentally knifed her finger while chopping vegetables.

3. vi.

   The boat knifed through the water with ease.